Hydrosat is a space and data analytics company building a new Earth Observation constellation and software to unlock the power of thermal infrared imagery. Our mission is to capture and deliver high spatio-temporal resolution thermal infrared data, currently not available from other sources, to provide insights that benefit the environment, enhance food and water security, and serve other critical applications. Our ground segment engineering team combines best-in-class remote sensing, software engineering and large scale cloud computing to take data from our in-house satellites to deliver novel data products.

We are looking for bright, creative, and ambitious people who can work in a dynamic and collaborative start-up environment. Hydrosat is determined to change the way people use space imagery and revolutionize agriculture. Join us on this mission and help transform the world.

As a Senior Software Engineer, Full Stack, you will design and maintain systems that power Hydrosat’s management of our growing satellite constellation. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams - including cloud engineers, space systems engineers, and software developers - to build reliable, scalable solutions. Your work will include building full stack services that support satellite operations, developing automation for tasking satellites, and working closely with other engineering teams building our satellite data platform.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop scalable, full-stack services used for operating our growing constellation of satellites

• Strong product mindset: eye for detail in shaping tools and reporting the scale the efficiency of our satellite operations

• Own projects end-to-end: from design and prototyping through deployment, monitoring, and iteration

• Collaborate cross-functionally with space systems, product, and other software engineering teams

• Mentor and guide engineers by sharing best practices and fostering a culture of technical excellence

• Contribute to quality by conducting code reviews, writing tests, and improving engineering processes

• Leverage modern technologies such as Python, Node.js, TypeScript, React, AWS, and Docker to deliver performant and maintainable services

• US Citizen or Permanent Resident

• 5+ years of professional full stack software engineering experience with proven impact across multiple systems and teams

• Strong expertise in Python and Node/TypeScript

• Experience with front-end frameworks (React)

• Experience with developing applications in a cloud environment (AWS)

• Experience taking complex manual processes and developing automated services and processes.

• Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle: design, development, testing, deployment, monitoring, and operations

• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and deliver high-quality solutions

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment

Nice to have

• Experience with python libraries for astrodynamics

• Experience with SpatioTemporal Asset Catalog (STAC) APIs and web mapping frameworks

• Previous experience with space operations teams and technologies

• Familiarity with the geospatial and Earth observation sector

Benefits

• Employee options

• Health insurance: Medical, Vision, Dental

• Flexible time off

• Maternity, Paternity & Parental Leave

• 401K Matching

E-Verify

Hydrosat, Inc. participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees, as required by law.

EEO Statement

Hydrosat, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans throughout the hiring process. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources via email at hydrosat-hr-us@hydrosat.com or by calling 202-630-9980.

Federal Contract Eligibility Requirement

Due to the nature of the work and applicable U.S. federal government contract requirements, this position is limited to individuals who are U.S. citizens. This requirement is mandated by the federal government and is not a discretionary employment policy. Proof of eligibility will be required as a condition of employment, consistent with applicable law.

Export Control/ITAR Compliance

This position may involve access to information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As a result, the successful candidate must be a “U.S. Person” as defined by ITAR (22 C.F.R. § 120.62). Verification of eligibility will be required as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable law.